pearl and marcasite ring - 1900

Here is an adorable ring dating from the early twentieth century. A fine pearl sits proudly on the kitten and is accompanied by 4 marcasites. The ring is silver gilt (punched) and size 54. Avant the invention of the cultured pearl in the twentieth century, pearls were worth as much as a diamond. The provocative Cleopatra has also wanted to give Mark Antony the most luxurious and refined food that is by presenting dishes sprinkled beads. The story does not say if he liked, but the pearl is limestone,...